Tip: For a clean edge to your mask adjust the Softness setting to get a smooth edge. It may be time-consuming to get a perfect mask and the more complex the object is the longer it will take. Start from the end and work backward as the software will interpret the changes so you need to make fewer adjustments. Adjust the mask for frames where the mask is off the object.This change is so we can adjust points frame by frame without affecting the entire track. In the Tracking window, change the tracking from Clip to Frame and then track forward.Your text will now be revealed behind the object but as soon as there is movement it won’t work.Note: If your text is showing inside your object you will need to Invert the mask. Once you close the mask the text will show. Make sure you are doing this on the first frame of your clip. Draw your mask as needed to reveal the text below.

More points make it more difficult and time-consuming. The more points you have the more adjustments you will need to make when you track the mask. Note: It is easy to create way too many points on your mask (like we did in this example tutorial).

Only mask the areas where the text will overlap with the object.

We will create this window (masks) using the Pen tool in the Window menu.

Now we need to create a mask using a window.

Connect the Alpha Output from the node to the Alpha Output you created.

Add an Alpha Output node by right-clicking in an empty space in the Node editor then select Add Alpha Output.

With your duplicate clip selected go to the Color page.

Now duplicate your clip and place the duplicate above the text layer.

Don’t start the rest until you have the final look and position for your text.

Adjust the text in the Inspector until you have the desired look and position for the text.

Add a clip to your timeline then add text on top of your clip.

The building outline is simple with a clear sky behind it for text visibility as well as easier tracking and masking. Part 1: Easily Add Text Behind Objects in DaVinci Resolve 17 (Color Page)įor this method, you need a simple object with relatively little movement, like this aerial Goldman Sachs Tower, Jersey City stock footage from Motion Array.

Part 2: Place Text Behind Moving Objects in DaVinci Resolve 17 (Fusion Page).Part 1: Easily Add Text Behind Objects in DaVinci Resolve 17 (Color Page).

How to add text on davinci resolve 17